Egypt increases prison terms for female genital mutilation

Human rights groups applaud Egypt’s recent crackdown on female genital mutilation as a positive step, but also note political change must be accompanied by significant shifts in cultural and religious attitudes.

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Egypt's former top auditor says his trial is political

In an interview with Al-Monitor, the former head of Egypt’s Accountability State Authority, Hisham Geneina, speaks about his controversial statements on corruption that landed him a jail sentence, calling the judiciary “flawed.”

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Are Egypt's lackluster efforts leaving it isolated?

Egypt seems to be ignoring chances to upgrade its social standing in the world.

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How Sinai women are fueling Egypt's economy with homemade goods

Bedouin women in the Sinai Peninsula defy tribal tradition and help their families by selling handmade crafts.

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Egypt’s foreign minister affirms ‘solid and stable’ relationship with Israel

In an interview with Al-Monitor, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry speaks about US-Egyptian ties, recent tensions with Turkey and Russia, and progress being made on the Renaissance Dam dispute with Ethiopia.

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Egypt takes new approach to tourism

Egypt's long-suffering tourism business might finally be getting some good news: The private sector will take a crack at handling one of the country's ancient sites.

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Egyptians ponder: How much military control is too much?

Some Egyptians fear the military’s involvement in the Supply Ministry will lead to wider military control, while others think it is the solution to corruption.

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Will 1967 Palestinian refugees ever return?

The Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty may have been good for the two parties, but it has also been used to prevent Palestinians displaced in 1967 from returning to their homes.

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How credible are Egypt’s online polls?

Opinion-takers employ both old and new technology to get inside the public’s collective head, but it’s hard to know if the results can be trusted.

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Why is Egypt's army now in the baby formula business?

While Egypt's army has long played a large role in the country's economy, recent steps taken by the armed forces in the baby formula and education sector have reignited fears about its financial power.

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Egypt risks losing support of expats following work permit fee increase

Egyptian citizens working abroad are furious at the parliament’s approval of an increase in fees on expatriate work permits.

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Problems plague Egypt’s roads, rails

Egypt's railroad safety is under discussion following recent train accidents.

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